2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Mariner | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
